Chef Manager

Job summary

Oversee daily kitchen operations, including menu planning, food preparation, and staff supervision at a remote lodge. Ensure strict adherence to food safety protocols and manage inventory and equipment maintenance.

Job details

Company DescriptionWHO ARE WE? We've been serving Canadian clients for over 75 years. The companies that began independently and now form Dexterra Group have an outstanding record of supporting the infrastructure and built assets that play a vital role in our society and helping our clients achieve higher performance and productivity. Powered by passionate people, we bring the right teams with the right skills together – offering both experience and regional expertise so companies can operate their day to day, confidently and successfully.Job DescriptionWHAT’S THE JOB? Based at our remote Georgian Bay Fishing Club, the position starts in June and ends in late August. Transportation is provided to site.As a Chef Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the day to day operation of the kitchen; ordering food ingredients and planning menu, including other responsibilities such as assisting with the preparation, serving, and control of cooked and uncooked food, training of staff and ensuring that staff follows prescribed Food Safety protocols.This position is safety sensitive and requires drug and alcohol testing and a fitness assessment, as a condition of employment. Your work will include:Prepare, present, design, and serve high quality rotational menusSupervise all kitchen staff’s productivity and compliance with policies and procedures including health, safety, and qualityLead in the training, developing, and mentoring of employeesEnsure all foods are prepared using FOODSAFE and Hazard Analysis of Critical Control Points (HACCP) methods, and in accordance with safety guidelinesEnsure all labour and chemical resources are used effectively and efficientlyServe clients and staff in a personable and professional mannerUse knowledge and understanding of dietary restrictions; allergies, vegan, and vegetarian in meal planning and preparationConduct inventory on a bi-weekly basisEnsure maintenance issues related to any equipment are communicated to the Manager and maintenance personnel as soon as possibleWHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?A Chance to work in remote fishing lodge over the summer monthsTravel to and from the site is provided.Whereas other companies are downsizing, we are growing!Be #1 on day 1 by joining an industry leader. QualificationsWHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?You have at least 5 years’ experience in the hospitality / food service industryYou have at least 5 years’ experience as a Chef in hotels, resorts, restaurants and/or remote lodge, with the cooking competency and knowledge of international and domestic cuisinesYou have knowledge of computer programs (Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, GFS, Outlook)You have extensive knowledge of menu costing, recipe cards implementation and wage controlYou have an excellent practical and theoretical background in all areas of the kitchen ie: Hot Kitchens, Cold Kitchens, Pastry / Bakery, Butchery and Banquets dealing with large numbers of guests;You have an effective leadership style, positive outgoing personality and effective listening skillsAdditional InformationDexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the hiring selection process are available upon request. Compensation: CAD 24.00 - CAD 26.00 - hourly

What you’ll do

Oversee daily kitchen operations, including menu planning, food preparation, and staff supervision at a remote lodge. Ensure strict adherence to food safety protocols and manage inventory and equipment maintenance.

Requirements

Requires at least 5 years of experience as a Chef in hospitality or remote lodge settings with knowledge of international cuisines. Must be proficient in menu costing, leadership, and computer programs like Microsoft Office.

Benefits

• Transportation To Site

Listed skills

• Control · Preferred
• preparation · Preferred
• Microsoft · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred
• staff · Preferred
• Food safety · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Food preparation · Preferred
• Planning · Preferred
• safety · Preferred
• maintenance · Preferred
• Supervision · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Menu Planning
• Kitchen Management
• Food Safety
• Staff Training
• Inventory Management
• Dietary Restriction Knowledge
• Costing
• Leadership
• HACCP
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Butchery
• Pastry
• Banquet Service

Job areas

• Food & Beverage
• Hospitality
• Management & Leadership

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